About Jacaranda Maternity

Jacaranda Maternity is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and dignified maternity care to women in Kenya. We are building a network of modern maternity clinics that offer comprehensive services from antenatal care to postnatal support. Our goal is to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes and empower women through accessible and compassionate healthcare.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Clinical Officer to join our growing team in Nairobi. The Clinical Officer will play a crucial role in delivering excellent patient care, managing clinical operations, and contributing to the overall success of our clinic. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on maternal health in Kenya.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Officer will be responsible for:

• Providing comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers.
• Diagnosing and managing common illnesses and conditions in women and newborns.
• Performing basic obstetric and gynecological procedures.
• Educating patients and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, and family planning.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Collaborating with nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and clinic management.
• Adhering to all clinic policies and procedures, as well as professional ethical standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and a current practicing license from the Clinical Officers' Council of Kenya.
• At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience, preferably in obstetrics, gynecology, or pediatrics.
• Proficiency in basic obstetric and gynecological procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counseling skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality care.
• Knowledge of the Kenyan healthcare system and relevant policies.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity to be part of a passionate team making a real difference in the lives of women and families.

• Providing comprehensive antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to mothers.
• Diagnosing and managing common illnesses and conditions in women and newborns.
• Performing basic obstetric and gynecological procedures.
• Educating patients and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, and family planning.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Collaborating with nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and clinic management.
• Adhering to all clinic policies and procedures, as well as professional ethical standards.

• Proficiency in basic obstetric and gynecological procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counseling skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Strong commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality care.
• Knowledge of the Kenyan healthcare system and relevant policies.

• A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Clinical Medicine and Community Health from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and a current practicing license from the Clinical Officers' Council of Kenya.